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Fozzy is one of the biggest names in rock music today. The brainchild of guitarist Rich Ward (Stuck Mojo) and WWE Superstar Chris Jericho, the band started out as a Spinal Tap style novelty act in 2000 when it released its self titled debut. That album and the one to follow were largely collections of cover songs that the band had recorded. But then in 2005, the band started to show that it meant to be taken more seriously with the release of “All That Remains.” That was the band’s first full length album of its own material. Needless to say it was a little bit of a bumpy ride. But with the release of “Chasing The Grail” five years later, the band showed just how much it had matured as a serious hard rock act. And now, two years after the release of “Chasing The Grail”, Fozzy has shown on its third full length album of original material why its members are collectively living up to the reputation of being huge rock stars.

“Sin & Bones” opens with the song, ‘Spider in My Mouth.’ It starts out with a really spooky sounding take on the kids’ song about the spider and the waterspout before blasting into an all out assault from the whole band. That assault leads into a more melodic chorus section that’s a direct opposite to the verses. That balance of the heavy and soft makes for a solid re-introduction to the world of Fozzy on this album. The band keeps the adrenaline flowing after ‘Spider in My Mouth’, giving audiences just enough time to collect themselves before launching into the album’s lead single, ‘Sandpaper.’ ‘Sandpaper’ comes across as a metaphorical statement about facing adversity and rough “sandpaper” style situations. Jericho sings about facing things that might otherwise scare a person. He notes, “Something happens when you scare all the monsters away.” That line alone is a telling statement. Add in Jericho’s powerhouse vocals, and listeners understand why this was the chosen lead single for “Sin & Bones.”

‘Spider in My Mouth’ and ‘Sandpaper’ are an excellent start to “Sin & Bones.” They’re just part of the total package that makes this album a great metal record. The album’s third track, ‘Blood Happens’ is destined to become a fan favorite. This is a song that will have every true blooded hard rocking, heavy metal head banger putting his or her horns in the air. The crushing guitar and drums of Rich Ward and Frank Fontsere mixed with the vocal tag teaming of Jericho and Ward make it one more of the album’s best moments.

“Sin & Bones” has plenty more high energy moments that any Fozzy fan will love such as in the almost Warrant style ‘She’s My Addiction’, the edgier ‘Dark Passenger’, and ‘Shine Forever.’ The album also has a softer moment in ‘Inside My Head.’ They all combine to give fans more than their fair share of great songs from which to choose. All combined, the songs on “Sin & Bones” make this record one of the best hard rock and metal records of 2012. Fozzy is officially out on tour now on the Rockstar Uproar Festival in support of its new album. Fans in North Carolina will get to see the band live Tuesday, September 11th at the Time Warner cable Pavilion. For all other tour dates and the latest news from Fozzy, fans can go online to http://www.fozzyrock.com, http://www.facebook.com/FozzyRock, http://www.myspace.com/fozzytour, http://www.chrisjericho.com, http://www.thedukeofmetal.com, and http://www.centurymedia.com.

The lead single off of Fozzy’s new album, “Sin and Bones” is now available for download. fans can purchase ‘Sandpaper’ now on iTunes, Amazon, and Google Play. Also, to build anticipation for next month’s release of “Sin and Bones” the band has posted a video titled, “Evolution of Fozzy” on Youtube. It can be viewed here: http://youtu.be/-LWWW10x1uA . Fans can also stream ‘Sandpaper’ for free on Youtube at http://youtu.be/G1ltJ60u-w0. ‘Sandpaper features guest vocals from Avenged Sevenfold’s M. Shadows.

The band will be touring this Summer to support its new album. It will be part of this year’s annual Rockstar Energy Drink Uproar Festival. The tour kicks off Friday, August 17th in Kansas City, Missouri at the Capitol Federal Park at sandstone. Fozzy’s North Carolina fans will get to see the band perform when the tour makes a stop in Raleigh on Tuesday, September 11th. The festival will be at the Time Warner Cable Music Pavilion at Walnut Creek. Fans can get a full tour schedule and more online at http://www.fozzyrock.com, http://www.facebook.com/FozzyRock, http://twitter.com/FozzyRock, and http://www.centurymedia.com.

Fozzy has officially announced the track listing for its upcoming fifth album, “Sin and Bones.” The album opens with the song, ‘Spider in My Mouth.’ It’s followed up by the album’s lead single, ‘Sandpaper’, which can be heard for free now at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1ltJ60u-w0&feature=youtu.be. The band is joined by Avenged Sevenfold vocalist M. Shadows on this track. ‘Sandpaper’ is followed up by the songs, ‘Blood Happens’, ‘Inside My Head’ and the album’s title track. The second half of the album is filled out by ‘A Passed Life’, ‘She’s My Addiction’, ‘Shine Forever’, ‘Dark Passenger’ and ‘Storm The Beaches.’

LOS ANGELES, CA–The members of Fozzy have proven once again why they are HUGE ROCK STARS. The band–WWE Superstar Chris Jericho (vocals), Rich Ward (Guitar/Vocals), Frank Fontsere (Drums), Paul Di Leo (bass), and Billy Grey (guitar)–has released the first single from its new upcoming album, “Sin and Bones” on Revolver.com. ‘Sandpaper’ is the album’s lead single. It’s a melodic, high adrenaline song that will make all of the band’s fans proud. Adding to the song’s kick is the guest vocals of Avenged Sevenfold’s M. Shadows. The single will be available for sale on iTunes July 17th. But fans can stream it for free now at http://www.revolvermag.com/news/exclusive-fozzy-premiere-new-single-sandpaper.html. The band’s new album, “Sin and Bones” will be available August 14th via Century Media Records.